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Tips for Making Your Action Plan

Making an action plan can help you prevent or delay type 2 diabetes. REMEMBER: z Be realistic . Plan actions that are realistic for you. z Make it doable . Plan small changes. Over time, these changes will add up. z Be specific . Plan your actions in detail. Decide: ✓ What you will do ✓ Where you will do it ✓ When you will do it ✓ How long you will do it z Be flexible . Review your action plan often. Look for ways to cope with challenges. If your action plan isn’t working for you, revise it. z Focus on behaviors. For instance, you can control how many pounds you lose by focusing on your actions, such as what you eat and how active you are. z Make it enjoyable. Change doesn’t have to be painful. Find activities and healthy foods that you enjoy.

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